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The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is seriously one of my favorites, y’all! Mara Bakery The Mara From the faux canopy of trees above the seating area to the creative counter service food offerings to the awesome bakery, Mara is a great food destination in a resort that’s — let’s be honest — exploding with must-eats. Indoor Seating The Mara One of our favorite Walt Disney World desserts is found only here: the Peanut Butter Brownie. This baby is so good, we included her in our 2018 Cupcake Challenge despite it not technically being a cupcake. Yup, it’s that good. Peanut Butter Brownie So we’re always chomping at the bit to head back into Mara to see what’s occupying the bakery case, and on this visit, I discovered another delicious option. It may not surprise you to discover that it’s Carrot Cake. Mara Carrot Cake It’s visually impressive, with an (orange) white chocolate-dipped strawberry serving as the ‘carrot’ and and cookie crumbles serving as soil. It’s got an organic look that works with its location. Carrot Cake with “Carrot” on top Inside, the cake is dense and moist and full of flavor. Interior Mara Carrot Cake But you know me: it’s all about the frosting. Here, the cream cheese frosting is delicious. But there’s not nearly enough of it! Give me all the cream cheese frosting! Actually, we think most people — even if they’re not icing-insane like me — would want a little more of the sweet stuff on top to balance out the terrific cake. Close Up with the Mara Carrot Cake So this is almost a winner. And I would totally get it again even without an abundance of frosting because the flavors were awesome. But if I have to choose between this and the Peanut Butter Brownie? Apologies to the carrot cake gods but PB&B has got my heart at Mara. Don’t Miss Out on the ALL the Best Snacks Walt Disney World Has to Offer! Get four awesome e-Books FULL of Disney park dining advice, bundled for 30% off the already discounted price! Yep, we’ve scoured the parks to find any and all snack choices — from the mundane to the spectacular — and we tell you all about them (with full-color pictures!) in our snack guides! These are updated every year, so you know your guide will be perfect for your upcoming trip, and they’re bundled with our DFB Guide to WDW Dining! This money-saving bundle includes all of the following: The 2017 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, Second Edition The DFB Guide to Magic Kingdom Snacks The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks The DFB Guide to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios Snacks All four are being sold together — for 30% off the already hugely discounted bundle price. Use code BUNDLE17 at check out to get the discount. It’s a $63 value for under $30!! With this Bundle of e-books you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips to plan the best Disney World vacation ever. And with our handy e-book format, you can download the Guides to all of your electronic devices and take them with you wherever you go! And with our 100% money-back guarantee, what do you have to lose? Have you tried Mara? Share with us your favorites from this tucked-away location. Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Must-Eat Snacks at The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge (Now Including JUNGLE JUICE SLUSH!) Review: Peanut Butter and Candy Bar Brownies at The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Review: New Sandwiches at The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge View the full article

One of the most whimsical locations in Magic Kingdom Park is the Crystal Palace, a buffet with character where guests enjoy food, photos, laughs and autographs with Winnie the Pooh and his Pals. Just thinking about the Pooh’s Puffed French Toast served during breakfast makes me rumbly in my tumbly. Fans of Winnie the Pooh have something special to look forward to this summer; the willy, nilly, silly old bear will return to the big screen in Disney’s “Christopher Robin.” In the heartwarming live action adventure Disney’s “Christopher Robin,” the young boy who embarked on countless adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with his band of spirited and lovable stuffed animals, has grown up and lost his way. Now it is up to his childhood friends to venture into our world and help Christopher Robin remember the loving and playful boy who is still inside. Now grown up, Christopher Robin is stuck in a job where he is overworked, underpaid and facing an uncertain future. He has a family of his own, but his work has become his life, leaving little time for his wife and daughter. Christopher has all but forgotten his idyllic childhood spent with a simple-minded, honey-loving stuffed bear and his friends. But when he is reunited with Winnie the Pooh, now tattered and soiled from years of hugs and play, their friendship is rekindled, reminding Christopher of the endless days of childlike wonder and make believe that defined his youth, when doing nothing was considered the very best something. Following an unfortunate mishap with Christopher Robin’s briefcase, Pooh and the rest of the gang including Piglet, Eeyore and Tigger, step out of the forest and venture into London to return the crucial possessions…because best friends will always be there for you. Enjoy the brand new trailer below! Disney’s “Christopher Robin” will release nationwide August 3, 2018. View the full article

Beginning today, you can now explore Disney Parks like never before – right from your phone or computer – on Google Street View. We’ve just launched a series of 360-degree panoramas featuring Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort locations you’ll want to check out to help plan your next vacation. The new Disney Parks imagery on Google Street View includes our theme parks, water parks as well as a variety of areas at Downtown Disney and Disney Springs. As you explore our Disney parks and destinations, you may run across some of your favorite Disney characters. We spotted Goofy at Disneyland – Can you find Donald or Pluto? To create the 360-degree imagery at Disney Parks, Google used Street View Trekker, a wearable backpack with a camera system on top. The Trekker is worn by an operator and is moved through walkways and structures, automatically gathering images. Imagery is then stitched together to create the 360-degree panoramas you see today. Here’s a list of the locations that the Trekker’s captured with links you can use to start planning your next Disney vacation: Disneyland park, Disneyland Resort Disney California Adventure park Downtown Disney District Magic Kingdom Park, Walt Disney World Resort Disney Springs – Dining, Retail Locations Disney’s Hollywood Studios Pandora – The World of Avatar Disney’s Animal Kingdom Epcot ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Disney Parks imagery is also being featured on Google’s Street View gallery page along with breathtaking natural wonders of the world. Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments below. View the full article

Oprah Winfrey is promoting “A Wrinkle in Time” heavily, but the child actors are the real stars of the Disney movie, she told “CBS This Morning” on Tuesday. Storm Reid, Deric McCabe and Levi Miller are the stars, Winfrey said. “It’s not my movie, it’s Storm’s movie,” Winfrey said. “It’s the story... View the full article

The Yacht Club’s Ale & Compass Restaurant hit the Disney World dining scene just this past November. Learn About: Ale & Compass Restaurant Disney World Restaurants But our first visit was for lunch, so it’s time to step back in for our dinner review. And since there are some fairly major menu changes from day to night at this still-new spot, it’s a great reason to check it out again. Now, before we move forward with the review, just a reminder that the Ale & Compass Restaurant is one third of an entirely new Ale & Compass dining concept at Disney World’s Yacht Club, so it’s not to be confused with the Ale & Compass Lounge and The Market at Ale & Compass (a Counter Service meets Grab-and-Go setup). The Ale & Compass Restaurant is the Table Service component of this trio, serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (each one Table Service Credit on the Disney Dining Plan). Ale & Compass Restaurant sign by the entrance And now that we’ve got the details out of the way, let’s check out the digs! Atmosphere We have a full tour of Ale & Compass Restaurant available from our first visit, and you can peruse it by clicking here. Walking Into Ale & Compass That said, the ambience does change a fair bit from day into evening, with the natural light from the nearby windows gone, and the artificial lighting in the restaurant itself greatly reduced. Central Dining Room in the evening It does lend a bit of a more elegant feel for an evening visit in what otherwise is a fairly minimalistic setting in terms of decor, which relies on a blue-gray color palette and clean lines. Central Dining Room in the evening And in this central seating area, you can steal a glimpse or two at the semi-open kitchen featuring its hearth oven. Approaching the Hearth Oven Outside of the central seating area, there are more tables lining the space, and with their higher chairs, this perimeter area leans towards a more on-trend look. Perimeter Seating Overall, it’s an entirely different feel from when the space operated as the Captain’s Grille prior to its transformation. But the changes are also fairly significant when it comes to eating here, so let’s look over the menu next. Eats The cuisine at Ale & Compass focuses on both surf and turf options, inspired by New England comfort food and gastropub eats. I had mentioned that the Dinner Menu differs from the Lunch Menu, which is true when it comes to the Main Plates available. The Starters, however, are similar to what you’ll find at at lunch, which includes options for seafood fans as well as landlubbers. Dinner Starters The primary difference with the Starters menu is that the Hearth Oven Pies, which are considered Main Plates during lunch, are covered under Starters for dinner. Again, it’s the Entrees where you’ll see the change, which are almost all different offerings compared to lunch. The Coastal Clambake is the headliner, and it’s rounded out with further seafood selections along with plenty of choices for carnivores. Dinner Main Plates A unique feature at Ale & Compass during both lunch and dinner are the vegetarian and vegan options, which are not simply afterthoughts on the menu here. (We were pleasantly surprised with the Grilled Plant-based “Bacon Cheeseburger” on our lunch outing.) Though we had tried the Parker House Rolls and Spreads before, we grabbed them again to see if they were as soft and tasty (thanks to the provided accompaniments of Bacon Jam, Pub Cheese, and Citrus Butter) as our prior visit. Parker House Rolls and Spreads The answer? Yes. These warm rolls are simply satisfying, further flavored with salt and glistening from a brush of butter. But, are they twelve bucks worth of good? Honestly, I’m already at the point where I don’t think a meal here is complete without them. And the pub cheese certainly makes them worth more than a couple of bucks. But $12…well, you’re going to have to make your own call on that one. Pub Cheese On to the Main Plates! We’ll start with the vegetarian Four-Cheese Ravioli, which comes swimming in a pool of butternut squash puree and topped with a ton of sautéed mushrooms. Four-Cheese Ravioli Wow. We’re starting off with a bang here. The plentiful ravioli are rich in both taste and texture, with the flavor of sage-brown butter coming through with every bite. The butternut squash puree lends an autumnal feel…which makes me think this particular dish will change up in the near future. At Disney, butternut squash usually means Fall menu. But you never know! Mushrooms topping the Four-Cheese Ravioli Even among pasta dishes in the Italian restaurants in Disney World, I think this really is a standout dish. Now, you know we love us a good plate of Fried Chicken and Waffles here at the DFB! Fried Chicken and Waffles Unfortunately — and I have to say it — this is not one of those good plates of Fried Chicken and Waffles. The Ale & Compass version includes two large pieces of Fried Chicken served on a large Belgian waffle and accompanied with house-made pickles and orange-honey chili. Our server asked if we wanted syrup for pouring (um….YES), so that was delivered separately. So, all the components and more are there. The trouble lies with the chicken. Fried Chicken and Waffles It looked great, I know. But it was super dry, and the batter was surprisingly bland. So don’t judge a book by its cover! But we’re back on the upswing here with the 16-oz T-Bone, which arrived topped with plenty of butter and garlic. Oh, and those Truffle Fries served on the side (along with the watercress salad)? YES, please! They were fantastic. T-Bone Steak All that butter, garlic, and herbs only complemented — rather than distracted from — the steak cooked to my medium rare request. While this didn’t crack my top 5 steaks in Disney World and isn’t a destination dish, it was a decent choice if you happen to be at Ale & Compass and are craving a steak. We’re back with the same options as lunch for the Dessert Menu (and you can check out the Twelve-Layer Chocolate Cake in our lunch review). Dessert Menu We couldn’t wait to get these puddings again. Ever since my experience with the Butterscotch Pudding at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando’s La Luce, I’ve been careful to never underestimate a pudding for dessert. And these are pretty great as well. Trio of Puddings The rich chocolate pudding is a solid offering, but it’s accompanied by a butterscotch that tastes like it has a hint of Irish cream combined with — no joke — a bit of cookie dough. It is THAT flavorful. And the fruity blackberry more closely resembles a sorbet with its bright flavor. Now, in looking over the dessert menu, I did have to ask… why is the “curd” in the Lemon “Curd” Meringue Pie listed in quotation marks on the menu? Well, because it’s really not a curd at all. Lemon “Curd” Meringue Pie This little “pie” (the quotation marks here are mine), is nearly a replica of the desserts at Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom. Only, Satu’li does them better. The lemon flavor is definitely present in this dish, but the texture is closer to a cheesecake than a custard. It’t not bad; it would just honestly be better to have a nice bowl of lemon curd and whipped cream, and once I read it on the menu, that’s what I wanted. Plus, this thing is teeny. Just look at it on the plate. Inside the Lemon “curd” And the pickled blueberries? Just NO. Blueberries are not meant to be pickled. IMHO. But, just like with the Main Plates, we’re going right back up with our final dessert option: the Apple Tart. Apple Tart There are two highlights with this dish: first, the thick, buttery round of crust that makes the tart. And second, the surprisingly tasty little scoop of Apple Cider Sorbet. It’s just really enjoyable. Now, it’s definitely too small for the price, so you’ll have to tackle that issue on your own. So, that wraps up our second visit to Ale & Compass Restaurant in Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Nosh or Not? You’ll want to visit Ale & Compass if: You are a guest at the Yacht or Beach Club (or nearby BoardWalk Inn) and are looking for a nice, relaxing Table Service meal without traveling too far. You’ve got both seafood fans and landlubbers in your group and want to please both…without traveling too far. You’re in the market for a decent steak but don’t care to dine in a Signature Restaurant to get one. And you don’t want to travel too far. (Basically, there are better restaurants for all of these things; but if you happen to be IN the Yacht Club, this spot is serviceable.) You might want to pass on Ale & Compass if: You (or your kiddos) prefer immersive theming or a really lively atmosphere when you’re dining in Disney. The Yacht Club is simply too far out of your way in regards to your Disney World vacation plans. You’re not currently IN the Yacht Club. Overall As home to one of the Disney World Convention Centers, the Yacht Club found the need to step up their game with regards to offerings geared towards those convention guests, relying less on whimsical theming, and more on refined dining options that serve their purpose. But the nice thing is, the new Ale & Compass spots serve their purposes well, and also provide some terrific options for any guest, no matter what the purpose of their visit. I wouldn’t go so far as to call Ale & Compass “destination dining,” but it’s not intended to be. What it IS is a good, solid option for guests at the Yacht Club (or in the direct vicinity of the Beach Club or the BoardWalk Inn), and and there’s enough that’s decent on the menu to allow the spot to hold its own in this respect. So basically — in a nutshell — eat here if it’s convenient, but otherwise, there are likely better restaurants to suit your purposes. Did you know that Ale & Compass Restaurant is just one of several new Disney World restaurants? Check out what’s new and coming soon in our DFB YouTube video below! Have you visited any of the Ale & Compass locations? Please let us know about your experience with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News: Disney World Yacht Club Resort Ale & Compass Restaurant and Ale & Compass Lounge Opening in October NEW!!! 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A former Epcot restaurant is getting a makeover that will cement its role as a flexible-use space for the Walt Disney World theme park. Odyssey, the angular building sandwiched between the park’s Mexico pavilion and Test Track attraction, will have a wide array of ever-changing purposes as Epcot... View the full article

While I know many of you are still trying to thaw out after a particularly cold winter, here at Walt Disney World Resort, spring has arrived! If you plan to join us down here in the land of flip-flops and sunshine, Disney PhotoPass Service is offering you many ways to welcome the beautiful weather with colorful photo opportunities during the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival! Let’s start with the most obvious: Add some flowers to your photos! PhotoPass photographers are positively blossoming with ideas of how to incorporate the vibrant gardens and topiaries found all over Epcot into your photos. My favorite garden is at the United Kingdom Pavilion. This charming English Tea Garden Presented by Twinings of London® features plants creatively displayed in tea cups and saucers! Which reminds me, while exploring this garden, you might just spot Alice nearby accompanied by a PhotoPass photographer. Curiouser and curiouser? Check the My Disney Experience mobile app to find out when she’ll be available to meet you. Ok, ok, I know what many of you came here for: Magic Shots! Does a trip to Florida have you thinking orange thoughts? You’ll find the cheerful fellow Orange Bird enjoying the sunshine at most PhotoPass locations in Epcot through May 28. You can also transform your pictures with a butterfly or fairy wings Magic Shot, available from most photographers at Epcot, or a Magic Shot featuring the honey bee Spike at most locations in World Showcase. Be sure to ask a photographer for any of these enthrall-wing (sorry, I couldn’t help myself) Magic Shots! And as sure as perennials returning in the spring, if there’s a festival, PhotoPass will have a prop you can use in your photos. You’ll find this one near the Fountain of Nations. You can count on Disney PhotoPass Service to capture your special vacation moments at Epcot and all across Walt Disney World Resort. And with Memory Maker, you’ll get digital downloads of them all for one price! Purchase one day of PhotoPass photos for $69 (available during or after your vacation in the My Disney Experience mobile app). Or, get all of your vacation photos for $169 when purchased online three or more days in advance of your arrival.* So leave behind your thick coats and pack your sunniest smile: It’s all here waiting for you at Epcot! *Memory Maker is subject to the applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day for the One Day product or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). A MagicBand is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations. View the full article

Experiencing the thrill of Mission: SPACE at Epcot is a must-do for many guests visiting the park. The attraction allows guests to step into the shoes of an astronaut for NASA-style training on a thrilling ride. But how well do you know this Future World attraction? Put your knowledge to the test below! .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739{ background-color:#f0f8fb; color:#565656; border-color:#dce4e7; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-section h1{ color:#8bb428; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-title{ color:#10628b; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-header-image{ text-align:right; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-section{ border-color:#ffffff; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-details, .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-results, .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-embed{ border-color:#dce4e7; } .quiz-container#wp-quiz-200739 .quiz-result{ background-color:#dce4e7; } Mission: SPACE at Epcot What planet do you travel to as part of the Orange Mission? Mars Pluto Saturn What's the name of the vehicle you board for your mission? P-7 Cosmos Shuttle D-3 Galaxy Explorer Shuttle X-2 Deep Space Shuttle Which is NOT a role you can assume on Mission: SPACE? Navigator Captain Commander What is your mission if you choose the Green Mission? Orbit Around Earth Slingshot Around the Moon Venture to Venus Embed Quiz on Your Website Embed Code <div class="wp-quiz" data-quiz-id="200739" data-site-url="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog"></div> <script type="text/javascript" src="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/wp-content/plugins/wp-quizzes/js/embed.js"></script>Copy and paste above embed code where you would like the quiz to appear on your website. View the full article

The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival has returned – now through April 12! In addition to California-inspired tastes and sips live music and entertainment, guests will find new merchandise collections for cooking and wine enthusiasts—California style! The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival merchandise assortment features Chef Mickey with artwork colors inspired by the vineyard. Apparel features textured fabrics, interesting back details on the ladies’ fashion tee, and a zip hoodie perfect for cooler California weather. Home entertaining products include glassware, coasters, an apron and pot holders. A specially designed bottle opener, created for the event, features a hidden magnet which catches bottle caps. Annual Passholders will find items with unique art designs and new silhouettes. For the first time, we are offering a 20-ounce aluminum Tervis tumbler for Annual Passholders. The art has a raised texture that adds dimension to the character design and features a beautiful ground color. There are two collectible Disney pins, including a limited edition pin for Annual Passholders and a limited release pin logo pin. You can find these items at the following Disney California Adventure park merchandise locations: Studio Store, Art Pergola near Studio Store, and Paradise Carts near Seaside Souvenirs. View the full article

Two weekends ago, Disney Parks Moms Panelist Lori L. ran in the Disney Princess Half Marathon. She is not new to this as she has run seven Princess Half Marathons. She has traveled with other panelists, best friends and other female family members. However, what was different about this weekend from previous race weekends was the traveling companions she brought with her…four teenage boys! That’s right, Lori and her sister-in-law decided it would be fun to bring their sons along for a mom and son race weekend. Sure, they had their doubts if this was the right weekend for this trip, but when all was said and done, the party of six made lifetime memories they will all treasure. Here is what the weekend looked like from Lori’s perspective. “For background, the boys are 17, 16, 14 and 13. Two sets of brothers that are first cousins. They’ve been to Walt Disney World a few times together, but this was the first where they could make their own schedule and go out on their own. I love that I feel comfortable enough at Walt Disney World for them to be able to have that freedom,” she exclaimed. “We stayed in a two-bedroom villa at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, which was perfect for them to use the living room, kitchen and second bedroom. My sister-in-law and I used the king room/bath. First perk, they were able to come and go without bothering our sleep that we needed for the race. Second, the boys loved the room they had to play their Xbox and card games. And lastly the most important feature to our resort? The kitchen! Remember we are talking about teenage boys! Also, our villa was in Congress Park, which is only short walk into Disney Springs. So, perfect location!” “We arrived late Friday evening and while we headed off to bed, the boys made the short walk over to Splitsville Luxury Lanes where they bowled until 2 AM,” Lori explained. “Upon their arrival home, they then played games in their room pretty much all night!” Lori said Saturday the foursome ventured off to Magic Kingdom Park to eat and burn up their FastPasses+ while the moms headed over to the race expo. The boys were able to use Walt Disney World transportation to get themselves back to the resort where they enjoyed a quick afternoon nap. For dinner, they all loaded up and enjoyed an incredible dinner at ‘Ohana. “Our server commented that the we might just hold the record for the most noodles eaten by a party our size,” laughed Lori! Soon it was time for the runners to go to bed, but the boys were just getting started. They enjoyed seeing a movie at AMC Disney Springs 24 Dine-In Theatres, more bowling at Splitsville, of course more food and then a walk back to Saratoga Springs. Yes, they arrived back around 2 AM, about 20 minutes before the moms had to get ready for their big race! Sunday, as you might expect, the boys slept late, waking only when the moms arrived back from the half marathon. “Once the boys were up we all enjoyed breakfast at Artist Point. When we were done, we (the runners) napped and the boys headed to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Once they were done there, they made a quick park hop over to Epcot where they ended the weekend shopping at their favorite store, Mitsukoshi Kiosk.” Lori said the weekend was definitely one she will never forget, and neither will her boys. They are already asking when is the next race weekend! For more tips on planning your mom and son weekend, or to ask questions about planning your next Disney vacation, be sure to visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized response from our knowledgeable panel. View the full article

Last week, we announced our 2019 summer itineraries, including our return to Europe. We’ll be visiting seven new ports throughout Europe, which I’ll share more about soon, but today I want to showcase three ports in Norway we’ll be returning to in 2019. These destinations are in addition to Kristiansand, Stavanger, Alesund and Oslo, the Norwegian ports I featured recently. Geiranger This storybook village is located at the end of Geirangerfjord, and traveling through the fjord to get there is sure to be a favorite part of your cruise. The setting is a nature lover’s paradise with lush farms, snow-capped mountains and cascading waterfalls. Go kayaking, hiking or mountain biking for adventure, walk to the edge of Flydalsjuvet for spectacular views or dine at a charming café for traditional Norwegian fare. Olden Olden sits on the southern edge of Nordfjorden, a 66-mile-long fjord. This peaceful village, home to only about 500 residents, is an idyllic place to relax and enjoy the surrounding mountains, glaciers and lush farmland. Visit Briksdal Glacier, the largest glacier on the European mainland, or enjoy a photo opp from Nos Viewpoint, 1,640 feet above the fjord. For adventure, go fishing, sailing or wild-water rafting. Bergen The enchanting city of Bergen is rich in art, medieval history and natural beauty. Nestled between seven mountains on the western coast of Norway, it’s considered the gateway to the fjords with fishing, boating and hiking popular for adventurers. In town, stroll along cobblestone streets lined with colored wooden houses, art galleries and Hanseatic relics. To see some of the other destinations we visit in Europe, check out my past posts: Cruising Europe with Disney: Adventures in Italy Cruising Europe with Disney: Adventures in France Cruising Europe with Disney: Adventures in Spain Cruising Europe with Disney: Adventures in Norway View the full article

We love the epically-themed world that is Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park. From the street lights to the vistas of Radiator Springs to the neon, it’s totally immersive and totally fun. Flo’s V-8 Cafe Neon in Disney California Adventure Flo’s V-8 Cafe is straight out of the film franchise, and it’s proven to be a great location for eats since the park opened in 2012. We’ve loved dinner here, which includes yummy grub like Roast Beef and Cheddar and a Veggie Tater Bake! But honestly, even if the food was mediocre (or worse!), we’d still come for the ambiance. Check out the details! First there’s the spot-on exterior with retro styling. Outside View Inside, the retro, auto feels continue! Car seat booths abound, with gorgeous upholstery. And there are three main sections of Flo’s — the tribute to the Motorama Girls (Flo’s old band)… Mural and Vintage Carseat Booths The metal chairs and checkerboard floors of Doc’s Car Hospital… Long View of Additional Seating …and finally the tribute museum to Doc himself and his racing career. Indoor Seating in Doc tribute room The ordering area has lots of neon and metal — with lighted display cases providing a serious throw-back to decades past. Ordering Area Patio seating is gas pump-adjacent when available on warmer days. Motor Oil and Gas Pumps on the Patio The breakfast menu here hasn’t changed much since our Disneyland correspondent Heather (@DiningInDisney) stopped in for a bite nearly six years ago. And that’s a good thing because it’s a simple but well-done menu. I had to dig once again into one of the more unique items: Brioche French Toast. Brioche French Toast This sweet breakfast is topped with Salted Caramel Banana Sauce and is baked into dense, carbohydrate-happy pieces… kind of a bread pudding/monkey bread kind of feel to this one. The bread itself was tasty and packed with cinnamon, while the topping was seriously dessert-like. Definitely not too dry! Salted Caramel Bananas For a more traditional option, order the American Breakfast. This plate of satisfying food is comprised of Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Breakfast Potatoes, and a Biscuit. The potatoes are really good,with tons of peppers and onion mixed in and tiny little potato cubes. The biscuit was a little meh, but overall, it was delicious and comforting. American Breakfast at Flo’s V-8 Cafe The kids’ menu offers three options, including this: Waffles. Mater Waffles, people! These are served with Turkey Bacon and Fresh Fruit. T Mater Waffles We love the thoughtful option of turkey bacon, and who can resist the charms of Radiator Springs’ resident tow truck? A surefire hit for the kiddos! Note that they also have Lightning McQueen waffles here, we just weren’t served any on this particular morning. McQueen waffle Oh, and FYI — my super picky kiddo (who regularly doesn’t eat…well…anything that isn’t french fries) totally went for these. So, there’s hope for your kid, too! Flo’s still killin’ it, travelers! This is the perfect place to fuel up before or after hitting the streets for some of Cars Lands’ awesome rides. Ka-chow! What’s your go-to breakfast when visiting Disneyland or California Adventure? Let us know in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Review: Dinner at Flo’s V-8 Café in Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land Guest Review: Breakfast and Lunch at Flo’s V-8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure Sneak Peek! Cars Land Food in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

If you watched the Oscars awards ceremony last night on ABC, you may have seen our new, three-part commercial series that allowed viewers to #FollowTheBall and trace the Pixar Ball’s journey across the United States to Toy Story Land here at the Walt Disney World Resort. Check out the first of these spots above. As a reminder, Toy Story Land will open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 30, 2018. To join in on the conversation on Twitter, let us know what you’re excited to do or see in this new land with the hashtag #ToyStoryLand. For more about Toy Story Land, visit the posts below: Toy Story Land to Open at Walt Disney World Resort June 30 5 Things We Know About Toy Story Land So Far Jessie & Rex Arrive in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios All in the Details: First Look at Woody’s Lunch Box in Toy Story Land Toy Story Land Model & More Now on Display at Walt Disney Presents All in the Details: Slinky Dog Dash Track Completed in Toy Story Land View the full article

Hope your week is off to a great start! We’re back with another DFB Video, and we’re sharing 9 Rookie Mistakes to avoid in Disney World! Cinderella Castle If you’re planning your first Disney World vacation, we think we’ve got some tips that will help you save some time and money to make the most of your trip. We’ve also included some ideas that you may not consider when making your vacation plans. But even if you’ve planned many a Disney World vacation, we’d love it if you would check out this video, too, then chime in with your top tip for Disney World vacation planning! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What’s something you wish you had known before your first Disney World vacation? Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: DFB Video: What I Wish I’d Known BEFORE I Went to Disney World DFB Video: Disney World vs Disneyland — Which One Is Best for YOU? New Video: BIG Disney World Dining Mistakes (We Don’t Want You to Make!) View the full article

It’s a lovely morning at Disneyland Paris! This week’s “good morning” shot was snapped of the Disneyland Hotel at the resort. This Victorian-style hotel offers close access to Disneyland Park (Paris), as well as a host of amenities that include Inventions character buffet, California Grill restaurant – and as you can see, a smiling Mickey Mouse-inspired garden. Have you stayed at this charming hotel? What was your favorite part? Tell us in the comments section below. View the full article

In our Disney Doodles series, our Disney artists take turns imaging what different Disney characters would do or see first if they had the chance to visit Walt Disney World Resort. Inspired by the scene in the film in which Eric takes Ariel on a tour of his village in his carriage, Ashley imagined what vehicle they may seek out at the park for some fun. “I love when Eric takes Ariel for a tour around the kingdom in his carriage!” she said. “It’s easy to imagine Prince Eric and Ariel having a romantic dinner in own of the cars at the Sci-fi Dine-In Theater at Hollywood Studios!” View the full article

While celebrating the best of film from the past year, the Oscars also gave a sneak peek at the upcoming " Mary Poppins Returns" during a commercial break Sunday night. In the clip, a storm blows through the streets, catching a kite and sucking it up into the skies. Lin-Manuel Miranda's Jack, a... View the full article

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Your pals at the DFB are back with What’s New, and this week we’re back at Animal Kingdom and the All-Star Resorts! We’ve got menu changes (Satu’li!!), new merchandise, and a couple new activities to share. Let’s gooooooo! Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom Eats, Drinks, and Menu Changes First, let’s address these changes at Satu’li Canteen. One is actually a great new addition: Combination Bowls! Updated Menu at Satu’li Canteen now with Combination Bowl! That’s right! Now diners can order their bowl with grilled beef and chicken! This is great if you can’t decide between the two — or if you’re sharing a Bowl and both want something different! Combination Bowl It’s still a substantial portion of food, too, as we’ve come to expect at Satu’li, and it still comes topped with your choice of sauce, some cole slaw, and a few popping pearls. Combination Bowl The Grilled Beef is as delicious as ever. Grilled Beef And the Chicken is great too — lightly spiced and with some good color. Chicken The other change at Satu’li is the removal of the Quinoa and Vegetable Salad Base. It’s been replaced by Rice and Black Beans. This is a bit of a bummer for those who enjoy quinoa. But the rice and black beans are tasty, with some mild spices and finely diced veggies mixed in. Rice and Black Beans Warung Outpost at the Animal Kingdom now has bottled Tiger Beer Asian Lager available. Tiger Beer Asian Lager available at Warung Outpost Over at Tiffins, the wagyu beef option is now Snake River Farms Wagyu Eye of Ribeye. Wagyu Entree at Tiffins is now Snake River Farms Wagyu Eye of Ribeye Previous plating of Wagyu Striploin and Braised Short Rib at Tiffins Thirsty River has added Tiger Beer Asian Lager and McKenzie’s Black Cherry Cider. Thirsty River has added Tiger Beer Asian Lager and McKenzie’s Black Cherry Slider The Restaurantosaurus menu has seen some noticeable changes. The Hot Dogasauraus has been removed, and a Battered Fish Entree has been added. Also, the menu now specifies that “Entrees 1, 2, 5, and 6 Include Topping Bar“. We don’t know how they’ll be keeping track of this, as previously it was implied that any meal came with the Topping Bar, and there’s no one stationed to guard the toppings… Happy Little Toppings on a Previous Visit The Vegetarian Burger description has been updated from “Vegetarian Black Bean Burger” to “Black Bean Burger with Provolone.” And Chili has been removed as a side option. Dessert is now a Warm Chocolate Caramel Brownie. Previously it was a Warm Chocolate Turtle Brownie. It looks similar, but the current version no longer has the nuts on top. Changes to Restaurantosaurus Menu The Drinks menu at Restaurantosaurus has also seen two changes. The Cretaceous Cooler (which we enjoyed!) has been removed, and a Lime Margarita has been added. Two drink changes at Restaurantosaurus We told you about the new additions over at Pongu Pongu. They’ve added the delicious and colorful Rum Blossom and a Colossal Pretzel with Cheese Sauce. New additions to Pongu Pongu Menu Anandapur’s Ice Cream Truck is now serving McKenzie’s Black Cherry Hard Cider Floats. That’s the hard cider with your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or twist soft serve. Mr. Anandapur’s Ice Cream Truck now has McKenzie’s Black Cherry Hard Cider Float And sadness: Souvenir Lotus Glow Cubes and Souvenir Popcorn Drums are no longer available at Mahindi. We loved these! Mahindi Changes Good bye, Lotus Blossom Popcorn Bucket! The Pandora Ice Cream Cart has added Melissa’s Clean Snax in Coconut or Cranberry for $4.00 each. And you can now find Orlando Brewing Company Organic Blonde Ale here for $10. Additions to Pandora Ice Cream Cart Melissa’s Clean Snacks at Pandora Ice Cream Cart Pandora Ice Cream Cart beer offerings And at Creature Comforts (this park’s Starbucks location), guests can now find this beautiful Mocha Caramel Cupcake! Creature Comforts Mocha Caramel Cupcake And he’s not a food or a menu change, but guests can now meet Timon (with his mischievous look!) in Discovery Island near Creature Comforts. Meet Timon at Animal Kingdom New Animal Kingdom Merchandise Banshees are now available at the Outdoor Merchandise Cart in Pandora! Banshees now available at Pandora’s Outdoor Merchandise Cart You’ll find a few new ball caps at Animal Kingdom merchandise locations too. Wild Cap available at Animal Kingdom Queen of Hearts Cap Hakuna Matata Cap If Minnie Ears are more your style, there are a few new variations in the park too! Red and White Minnie Ears with Bow Sparkly Giraffe Minnie Ears Lion King Minnie Ears Hakuna Matata on Lion King Minnie Ears And I’m not sure how anyone can resist this Thumper Purse. That’s one cute bunny (apologies to Judy Hoppes for the use of the word “cute”, but it fits!). Thumper Purse available at Animal Kingdom All-Star Resorts Updates There’s always plenty to see, do, and eat at the All-Star Resorts. And now the Resorts’ Mickey Tie-Dye activity includes Knee High Socks or Crew Socks. Fun! Mickey Tie-Dye has added Knee High Socks Option at all three All-Star Resorts Over at the World Premier Food Court at All-Star Movies, guests can now find several varieties of Canned Beer. Canned Beer at World Premier Food Court at All-Star Movies Canned beer at World Premier Food Court There’s also now Draft Bud Light here! Draft beer at World Premier Food Court Bud Light on draft at World Premier Food Court We can’t wait to try the new Cinnamon Apple Muffin! Cinnamon Apple Muffin Cinnamon Apple Muffin at World Premier Food Court And in case you need a rich chocolate fix, World Premier has added a Chocolate Toffee Crunch Brownie! Chocolate Toffee Crunch Brownie Over at Intermission Food Court at All-Star Music, there’s a new Sweet Cream Cheesecake in the pastry case. Sweet Cream Cheesecake at Intermission Food Court, All-Star Music Sweet Cream Cheesecake And the rose gold trend continues here: Rose Gold Cupcakes at All-Star Music! Rose Gold Cupcake at Intermission Food Court This one features swirls of frosting in various shades of pink and ivory. Plus you get chocolate ears! Rose Gold Cupcake at All-Star Music The S’mores Brownie looks tasty too — with tiny marshmallows baked into the top. S’mores Brownie at Intermission Food Court And there’s a Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcake update. Yum! PB&J Cupcake at Intermission Food Court Doesn’t look like the most inventive cupcake ever, but when there’s peanut butter involved, we’re intrigued. Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcake at Intermission Food Court There are also some menu changes at All-Star Music, including a new Sausage and Pepper Sub. New Sausage and Pepper Sub at All-Star Music’s Intermission Food Court They’ve also added Large Mighty Meaty Pizza and Large Simply Supreme Pizza to the menu. Large Pizza Options at Intermission Food Court And for something a little more unique, there are a few Bowls on the menu — including a Create Your Own option! See our full review of the new bowls here! Bowls at Intermission Food Court More Bowls signage at All-Star Music There are also a few new Featured Cocktails at All-Star Music. (The Bloody Marys and Mimosas have been at Sports for a while and finally made the journey over.) Featured Cocktails at Intermission Food Court Featured Cocktails at Intermission Food Court Speaking of All-Star Sports, they’re now serving a Plant-Based Chicken Quesadilla. End Zone Food Court at All-Star Sports has a Plant-Based Chicken Quesadilla The BLT Flatbread has been removed, and a Margherita Flatbread has been added. Margherita Flatbread available at End Zone Food Court There’s also a new Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese. That sounds delicious! Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese at End Zone Food Court The Brisket Burger has been removed at All-Star Sports and replaced by a Barbecued Pulled Pork Burger. Barbecued Pulled Pork at End Zone Food Court And the Carrot Cake Cupcake here has been redesigned. It’s now sparkly. Carrot Cake Cupcake at End Zone Food Court That’s it, Disney food friends! Stay tuned for new everything from the World! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What changes are you most looking forward to at Walt Disney World this year? Let us know in the comments! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: What’s New at Animal Kingdom and the All-Star Resorts: November 27, 2017 News! Fun New Drinks and Shakes at Disney’s All Star Resorts Review: Fried Pickles at Intermission Food Court at Disney World’s All-Star Music View the full article

Happy March! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! The 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is ON! We have FULL MENUS for the FESTIVAL plus Photos of EVERY FOOD ITEM and most beverages! And, the 2018 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival also started this week! Click here for the FULL MENUS and ALL the FOOD PHOTOS for the Festival! And it’s time to get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Save 25% now with code wdw2018! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News We have the Best of the Flower and Garden Festival! Check out the preliminary bands we found for the Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concerts! Here’s the FULL booth menus AND FOOD PHOTOS! for the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. Check out the new temporary location for eats in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion. Raglan Road’s Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival starts March 16! We checked out some must-have desserts at Smokejumpers Grill at Disney California Adventure. We reviewed some new dishes at All Star Music’s Intermission Food Court. Check out some of the merchandise at the 2018 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! We reviewed Geyser Point Bar and Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! Online ordering is now available at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs! Check out the dates a few of the new eats at Raglan Road in Disney Springs. New DFB YouTube videos: Free Food in Disney World and 5 Best Disney World Snacks for Peanut Butter Lovers. Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go. New DFB Video: Free Food at Walt Disney World Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got great content going up twice a week showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video – Free Food in Disney World. Check it out — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: 25% off the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 is here and we’re celebrating the grand launch with 25% off the cover price with promo code WDW2018. What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2018 Edition is full of need-to-know details, tools, and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. An in-depth analysis of the Disney Dining Plan and whether it’s right for YOU. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! With over 600 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started planning your next Disney World vacation! 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Sample Pages Here’s Just Some Of What We’ve Updated In the 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining e-Book: Fully updated prices and restaurant info for 2018 visitors Updated details about available discounts and deals at Disney World restaurants DFB’s own 2018 recommendations for everything from table service to counter service to snacks and more Over 600 pages of updated Disney Dining advice, details, and information Disney Dining Plan Analysis – Is it right for your family? Can you really save money? NEW Disney food and restaurant photos Updated reviews of all Disney World restaurants, kiosks, bars, and lounges including all new eateries An updated chapter focused on one of the most popular Disney dining topics: Snacks in the theme parks and resorts A comprehensive section of What’s NEW in Disney Food, including new restaurants, new menus, restaurant closures, and more Updated information about the My Magic+ Planning System that Disney rolled out in 2013, and how it may affect your 2018 Disney plans Changes coming to Disney World in 2018 and 2019! As you can see, this is a labor of love and we put a ton of time and effort (and research) into ensuring that we are sharing with you the most relevant, up to date Disney Food Information that’s available. We do this so that you can plan your own Disney visit with confidence, and have the trip of a lifetime, every time. And right now you can save 25% off the cover price with promo code WDW2018! DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. We love sharing the best snacks at Disney World and our friend DC Disney Guy decided to try to eat ALL of our recommended snacks! YA-HOO!! Now THAT’S a tray of food! The 2018 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival started this week and one of the new booths is Avocado Time. DFB reader Jon Bisceglia recommends the Petite Guacamole Burger. We loved it, too!! One of the new menu items at this year’s Festival! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this fun Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker! WDW for Grownups shared their best breakfasts under $10 at Disney World. Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe for an Island-Style Grilled Cheese from Aulani. Disney Family shared a recipe for Mickey Stained Glass Window Cookies! Have a great week! We’ll see you back here tomorrow with another great Disney food review! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Disney Food Post Round-up: January 28, 2018 Disney Food Post Round-Up: January 21, 2018 Disney Food Post Round-up: February 18, 2018 View the full article

This week, we kicked off the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World Resort with several stories, including a special look at some of the top Festival experiences you shouldn’t miss this season. It’s the Festival’s 25th year, and the park is overflowing with the brightest plants, flowers, trees and topiaries. Check out Charles’ original “Epcot Back in Blooms” story for all of the details. For more information about the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, visit epcotinspring.com or call 407-W-DISNEY. Also, our popular Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival at Disneyland Resort returned this week with more than a dozen Festival Marketplaces featuring California-inspired tastes and sips, in addition to live music, entertainment and special activities throughout the park. The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival runs through April 12, and you can make reservations for the festival’s signature events today. Additional fees required for the signature events and certain seminars. Separate admission to Disney California Adventure Park is required and is not included with the cost of such events. Space is limited for all ticketed events; advance reservations are recommended. Guests must be 21 years of age or over to consume alcohol and to participate in some events; valid photo ID required. Events and demonstrations are subject to restrictions and change or cancellation without notice. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week: Moms Panel Monday: Disneyland Resort Awards– This week for the Disney Parks Moms Panel Awards, our panelists have chosen their favorites at Disneyland Resort. The categories were extremely close, with each winner barely squeaking out on top! Let’s take a look and see what our panelists selected as their top choices at the Happiest Place on Earth. Transformative Multi-Year Expansion Announced for Disneyland Paris – Earlier this week, Disney Chairman and CEO Robert A. Iger announced plans for a two billion euro, multi-year expansion for Disneyland Paris alongside French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais de l’Elysée in Paris. Enjoy New and Returning Disneyland Resort Entertainment with Pixar Fest Dining Packages – Pixar Fest is coming to Disneyland Resort, April 13 through September 3, and we can’t wait! This first-ever celebration of friendship and beyond brings favorite Pixar stories and characters together for a limited time with special parades, fireworks and more throughout the Disneyland Resort. What’s even better is that there are some amazing dining packages available that can make your Pixar Fest experience one to remember. Foodie Guide to 2018 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival at Disneyland Resort – Everyone’s favorite California foodie festival is back again this year at Disneyland Resort. Through April 12, come out and enjoy the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! Disney Cruise Line Adds New Destinations to Incredible Lineup of Itineraries in Summer 2019 – Announced earlier this week, in summer 2019 we will sail a first-ever round-trip cruise from Rome and visit seven new destinations in Europe. Plus, we’ll return to Alaska, the Caribbean and the Bahamas, including new cruise lengths aboard the Disney Fantasy. Disney Women of Food & Beverage – Part One – March is National Women’s History Month, an opportunity to celebrate the contribution and achievements of women throughout history … and in our day-to-day lives. With over 22,000 cast members in Food & Beverage at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, we wanted to shine the spotlight on just a few of the many talented and passionate women that make a difference each and every day for our guests and fellow cast members. View the full article

Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video this weekend, and I hope you’re ready to blast off with us as we take you on a food tour of Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland! Mission to S’mores Latte from Revive in Tomorrowland When you think of Tomorrowland in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, visions of Space Mountain, the Carousel of Progress, and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin likely come to mind… and I don’t blame ya! But even though Tomorrowland is home to some stellar attractions, it’s also home to some terrific eats. You may even run across a certain singing alien who may serenade you while you dine! (And here’s a tip: if you’re looking for specialty coffee, but want to avoid the morning rush at the Main Street Bakery, Tomorrowland’s got you covered there, too). So join us today in Tomorrowland! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: What’s your favorite thing to eat in Tomorrowland? Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: New Video! Review of Tomorrowland Terrace in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom New DFB Video: Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom DFB Video: Food Tour of Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland View the full article

Epcot Food and Wine Festival fans – it’s TIME! Here at DFB we pride ourselves on reporting Epcot Food and Wine Festival Info just as soon as we have it! And today, we’re sharing with you a look at the VERY FIRST artists seemingly slated for the 2018 Eat to the Beat concert series! If you’re new to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival here’s what this means. Eat to the Beat is a concert series that takes place during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival (the dates of which we STILL DON’T KNOW, but we got some intel today that it will likely be similar to 2017’s dates — late August through mid-November). The series features musical acts from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s, and concerts take place most evenings of the Festival. Since this partial list is preliminary, be sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for additions and/or changes to the schedule! We will bring you all the latest news first! Eat to the Beat concerts are performed three times per evening, so you have three opportunities every night to see your favorite acts — at 5:30PM, 6:45PM, and 8:00PM. 2018 Eat to the Beat Concert Line Up…So Far Note: this schedule is subject to change. September 29-30: Jeffrey Osborne November 3-4: Taylor Dayne We’ll be updating our Eat to the Beat Schedule Page as soon as we have more bands confirmed! All concerts take place in the American Gardens Theater at Epcot’s America Pavilion. Concerts are “free” — included in the price of your Epcot admission! Sugar Ray performs during the 2017 Eat to the Beat concert series Lots of Festival goers plan their trips around which bands will be playing, so we’re pretty serious about bringing you news of bands and and dates as soon as we get our hands on them! Check back with our 2018 Eat to the Beat Concert schedule frequently to see updates. Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today, and get the 2017 edition free as an immediate download! Two guides for the price of one! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Pre-Order your 2018 edition today and get the 2017 edition for FREE! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! We can’t wait for more Food and Wine info to be released! Be sure to join our DFB Newsletter for Epcot Food and Wine Festival details! What musical acts are you hoping to catch at this year’s Eat to the Beat concerts? Let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News! 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Preliminary Bands News! 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Preliminary Dates News! 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Preliminary Dates View the full article

The 25th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival has returned to Epcot, and with it, plenty of Disney character topiaries! This year’s festival includes favorite classic character topiaries of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy, plus Belle and Beast in the France pavilion, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in the Germany pavilion, and Anna and Elsa in Norway. Gallery Topiaries at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival view all Check out the gallery above for a look at some of our favorites this year. The 25th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will continue through May 28, 2018. View the full article